Alberta Emergency Alert: Alert for a Possible Tornado

Description: Alberta Emergency Alert: Alert for a Possible Tornado

At 9:03 PM, a rotating severe thunderstorm was located 20 km east-northeast of Edson, moving northeast at 25 km/h. This dangerous storm is likely producing very large hail, and may produce a tornado over the next 30 minutes. Communities in the path include: McLeod Valley

Area: Yellowhead County

Affected areas (3):

• Yellowhead County
• Hinton
• Edson

Action to take:

• Be prepared to take shelter immediately in a basement or reinforced structure if a tornado develops
• Get low and put as many walls between yourself and the storm as possible
• Stay away from windows, doors and outside walls
• If you are on the highway and cannot avoid the tornado, seek shelter in a ditch or ravine

Additional information:

• Broadcast Audio

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